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West End Play Tickets in LondonTrusted since 1999

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31 plays on sale now with live prices and seat maps

All London plays

My Neighbour Totoro tickets at Gillian Lynne Theatre, London, London
Musicals

My Neighbour Totoro

Gillian Lynne Theatre, London

West End run at the Gillian Lynne Theatre; tickets on sale on British Theatre

4.9star rating

from £18

The Mousetrap tickets at St Martin's Theatre, London, London
Plays

The Mousetrap

St Martin's Theatre, London

Open-ended West End run at St Martin’s Theatre, now booking into its 75th year

4.6star rating

from £24

Stick Man tickets at Bloomsbury Theatre, London, London
Plays

Stick Man

Bloomsbury Theatre, London

3 December 2026 to 3 January 2027

4.6star rating

from £18

Affluenza tickets at Riverside Studios, London, London
Plays

Affluenza

Riverside Studios, London

26 September to 28 November 2026

from £30

Amadeus artwork featuring Michael Sheen as Salieri and Callum Scott Howells as Mozart
Plays

Amadeus

Noel Coward Theatre, London

17 April to 7 August 2027

from £24

Hay Fever tickets at Wyndham's Theatre London, London
Plays

Hay Fever

Wyndham's Theatre London

22 September to 12 December 2026 at Wyndham’s Theatre, a strictly limited season

from £54

Julius Caesar tickets at Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London, London
Plays

Julius Caesar

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London

6 November 2026 to 14 February 2027

from £30

King John tickets at Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London, London
Plays

King John

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London

20 February to 11 April 2027

from £6

Oh, Mary! tickets at Trafalgar Theatre, London, London
Plays

Oh, Mary!

Trafalgar Theatre, London

Booking until 2 January 2027

from £29.27

The Seagull tickets at Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London, London
Plays

The Seagull

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London

15 January to 10 April 2027

from £6

Plays in London's West End

Musicals get the posters, but London's reputation as the world's greatest theatre city rests on its plays. On any given week the West End offers gripping thrillers, landmark dramas, laugh-out-loud comedies and large-scale theatrical spectacle, often with film and television stars on stage. Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap at St Martin's Theatre is the longest-running play in history, while Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre and Stranger Things: The First Shadow at the Phoenix Theatre have redefined how spectacular a play can be.

Thrillers, classics and comedies

If you like being kept on the edge of your seat, London's murder-mystery tradition runs deep: The Mousetrap has been keeping its secret since 1952. For classic drama, revivals arrive every season, from Cyrano de Bergerac at the Noël Coward Theatre to Shakespeare performed as it was meant to be seen at Shakespeare's Globe. If you would rather laugh all evening, The Play That Goes Wrong at the Duchess Theatre is the West End's most reliable comedy, and our comedy page collects the rest. Star-led limited seasons, like Grace Pervades at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, typically run for twelve to sixteen weeks only, so they are worth booking as soon as dates are announced.

Booking tickets for a play

Plays generally sell more gently than musicals, which makes them excellent value: top-price seats often cost less than the equivalent seat at a blockbuster musical, and midweek availability is usually good even at short notice. Limited-run, star-led productions are the exception and can sell out within days of going on sale. Browse what's on tonight for same-day ideas, or our under £30 page for budget-friendly options.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a West End play last?

Most plays run between 2 and 2 and a half hours including an interval, noticeably shorter than most musicals. Some, like Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, are staged in two parts; check each show's page for exact times.

What is the difference between a play and a musical?

A play tells its story through dialogue rather than songs. That usually means smaller casts, sharper writing and a more intimate evening, though modern productions like Stranger Things: The First Shadow deliver effects to rival any musical.

Are West End plays suitable for children?

It varies widely. Family titles like Harry Potter and the Cursed Child welcome older children, while many dramas deal with adult themes. Each show's page lists its age guidance.

Do I need to know Shakespeare to enjoy the Globe?

No. Productions at Shakespeare's Globe are staged to be followed by everyone, and standing tickets in the yard are one of London's great theatre bargains.

When should I book?

Long-runners like The Mousetrap can usually be booked days ahead. Star-led limited seasons sell out fastest, book those as early as you can.

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